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West Texas Digital Archives

Help

Below are some tips to help with specific functions within the WTDA.

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How to search within a library collection:

How to use the Zoomable viewer:

  • The Zoomable Viewer is used for photographs, maps, and 3-dimensional items.
  • Choose an item to view and select View.
  • Image control icons appear in the lower right corner of the image.
  • Select the Maximize icon to view the image full screen.
  • Select the Plus/Minus icons to zoom in and out of the image.
  • Drag the image around the screen to view differnet parts of a zoomed image.
  • Select the Refresh icon to return to the View Item page.

How to use the ScribD viewer:

  • When viewing a document, select Full Screen located in the upper bar of the ScribD Viewer.
  • Choose one of the view choices of Book, Slide, or Scroll located in the lower left corner of the viewer.
  • Use the arrow keys located in the center of the lower navigation bar to move throughout the document.
  • Select the Plus/Minus icons to zoom in and out of the document.
  • Select Exit Full Screen located in the upper left of the viewer to return to the View Item page.

How to search a specific word within a document using the ScribD Viewer:

  • Enter a keyword in the search box in the lower left corner of the ScribD Viewer.
  • Hover the cursor over the Prev, Next, or Close buttons immediately above the search box.
  • Select these buttons accordingly to proceed to the next occurance of the keyword in the document.

How to use Bookmarks:

  • Login to the WTDA. Not registered? Go here.
  • Choose the collection or item for bookmarking.
  • Select the bookmark icon located above the title.
  • Name and edit your bookmarks according to the prompts.
  • Your bookmarks are stored as part of your WTDA login.

How to Purchase a Download:

  • Purchasing items for download from the WTDA requires a PayPal account. You can get one here.
  • Login to the WTDA. Not registered? Go here.
  • Choose items for purchase by selecting the 'download' icon. You can add the item to your Paypal cart if you plan to purchase multiple items.
  • Pay for the items through your Paypal account.
  • Access the download URL sent to your WTDA registered email address.
  • The download is accessible for 14 days.